Meatballs 9 Ways

"Meat" your new favorite meatballs! These Greek-, Mexican-, Southern- and Asian inspired riffs from three of our favorite cooks prove they aren't just Italian.

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Updated:: Nov 28, 2016
Original:: Nov 1, 2005

Bobby Flay

Chef, restauranteur, cookbook author and host of Bobby Flay's Barbecue Addiction on Food Network

"Fresh herbs and spices really help kick up the flavor in any meatball. If you have time, let the meat mixture rest in the fridge for 30 minutes before cooking to let the seasonings meld."

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Kara Vogt

Food stylist for the Rachael Ray show

"Meatballs are the perfect on-hand dinner solution! Mix up a huge batch and freeze them raw on baking sheets, then transfer into plastic bags."

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Tracey Seaman

Every Day test kitchen director

"Get the kids involved -- they love mixing and mashing meat together with their hands! Prevent crumbling by packing firmly when you roll the meat into balls."